What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upholstery Worker (Fort Wayne) position at Smith Brothers of Berne?
Job Summary
This position will report directly to the Cutting Supervisor and and be responsible for operation of the fabric and/or leather cutting machines with a focus on personal safety, the safety of others, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Use basic math, tape measure and have measurement skills.
- Use hand tools that include: air powered staple gun, pliers, staple pullers, scissors and regulators.
- Work in a cellular fashion in the most efficient manner that has the highest level of quality.
- Work together with a team of people in the safest and most efficient manner.
- All other duties as assigned.
Experience and Skills
- Experience with hand tools, power equipment and measuring devices is preferred.
- Maintain good attendance.
- Team orientation and willingness to work with others.
Work Hours
1st Shift - 6am - 2:30pm , with a 30 minute unpaid lunch.
There are two, ten minute paid breaks during the shift. Daily overtime may be needed to ensure manufacturing can meet demands for the following day.
Wages
Starting wage for this position is $17.50 per hour. During the training period, some overtime is available. Wage increases are commensurate with acquired job skills and are paid on an incentive basis, with the average person making $18 - $20 per hour in 12 months.
Benefits
Smith Brothers offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life, optional dependent life, short-term disability, optional critical and optional accident insurances. We also offer a 401(k) with a matching component. Vacation and paid Holidays round out the package.
Pre-employment Screening
Smith Brothers conduct pre-employment drug screens on all employees who are offered positions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Wayne, IN 46809 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Wayne, IN 46809: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18